Why are Dogs Scared of Fireworks?

The winter months bring darker evenings and colder temperatures – perfect for enjoying some fireworks all bundled up in a warm coat. Fireworks displays can be spectacular for us humans, but dogs and cats often find them frightening. They might shake, scratch up the carpet, bark a lot, act restless, go to the toilet inside, Read More

How to Use Zylkene for Dogs During Fireworks Season

It’s not uncommon for dogs to experience stress and anxiety, especially around loud noises like fireworks or in the face of environmental changes. Zylkene is an effective calming treat for dogs that helps to reduce those negative feelings. A versatile supplement, Zylkene can be given to your dog in a few different ways, which we’ll Read More

How to Block Out Firework Noise for Dogs

As you’ll probably know, dogs have much more sensitive hearing than us humans – and fireworks are loud! In the UK, they can be as loud as 120 decibels, 35 decibels louder than the level that starts to cause hearing damage in humans. It’s no surprise then that many dogs find fireworks very frightening. In Read More

The Thundershirt for Dogs: How Does it Work?

With fireworks night coming up, many pet owners start to worry about how their dog will cope. Fear of fireworks is common in many pets and it can be difficult to watch. If your dog struggles with fireworks anxiety, a thundershirt could be a great way to help ease their stress. These close-fitting vests are Read More

How to Make a Den for Your Pet

Fireworks season is just around the corner, which can often mean one thing for our pets: fear. Bright lights, loud noises and large groups of people can all be triggers of anxiety and stress for cats and dogs. We touched upon how you can plan, prepare and protect in our ‘How to Help Dogs and Read More

How to Help Dogs and Cats Cope with Fireworks

How to Keep Dogs and Cats Calm During Fireworks Season Fireworks, whether on Bonfire Night, at a party, or on New Year’s Eve, are fun for us, but not always for our pets. Fireworks can cause them to feel anxiety and fear. So how do you help dogs and cats with fireworks? Recent statistics from Read More